When comparing two acids which of the following is true? A) the stronger acid has the larger K_a B) the stronger acid has the larger pK_a C) both a and b D) neither a nor b

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The strength of an acid is directly related to its acid dissociation constant (K_a). A larger K_a indicates a stronger acid. Conversely, a larger pK_a (which is the negative logarithm of K_a) indicates a weaker acid.

When Comparing Two Acids Which of the Following Is True